BENEATH SPRINGHILL: THE MAURICE RUDDICK STORY

Created by Beau Dixon
Music & lyrics by Rob Fortin & Susan Newman
Originally directed & developed by Linda Kash

January 5–February 4, 2024
An inspiring Canadian story told through song

Trapped. 4,000 feet underground. With no food, little air, and even less hope of survival. Remarkably and against all odds, the indomitable spirit and song of coal miner Maurice Ruddick served as a lifeline for his fellow miners over nine unimaginable days.

This is the inspiring true story of the African-Canadian “singing miner” that emerged from the 1958 Springhill, Nova Scotia, mining disaster. Journey with this award-winning one-person show that recalls the tense historic events and celebrates hope, courage, and community.

Running time: approx. 1h 10m (no intermission)

CONTENT ADVISORY
This performance contains mature and racially charged language. Theatrical devices such as water-based fog and haze and flashing lights may occur in this production. Please contact our box office for more information.

Schedule

Venue Date  
NORTH VANCOUVER
The BlueShore at CapU
604.990.7810
January 5 BUY TICKETS
NEW WESTMINSTER
Anvil Centre
604.521.5050
January 6 & 7 BUY TICKETS
SURREY
Surrey Arts Centre
604.501.5566
January 9–20 BUY TICKETS
MISSION
Clarke Theatre
604.687.1644
January 21 BUY TICKETS
COQUITLAM
Evergreen Cultural Centre
604.927.6555
January 23–27 BUY TICKETS
WEST VANCOUVER
Kay Meek Arts Centre
604.981.6335
February 1 & 2 BUY TICKETS
MAPLE RIDGE
The ACT Arts Centre
604.476.2787
February 3 & 4 BUY TICKETS

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The quintessential Canadian story

— Vancouver Sun

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